Most writers hope to get their short stories, poetry, personal essays, novels, and memoirs published. After hours and hours (even days, months, or years!) of writing, proofreading, editing, rewriting, and formatting, you submit your work to literary journals or...
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Writing A Flashback Scene: Our 5 Best Tips | Writer’s Relief
Why is the protagonist acting like that? How did the sidekick suddenly realize the answer to the plot puzzle? The answer can be found in a flashback scene. Whether you want to show a character’s memories of a certain event or reveal the backstory of a character,...
Use A Decision Tree To Write Better Stories | Writer’s Relief
Navigating a new story idea can feel like following a blank map: You’re not sure how to get where you’re going—or even where to start. Does your character walk or drive to reach a destination? Should the protagonist face an obstacle head-on or ignore it? Will a...
How To Take A Purposeful Break From Writing (And Why) | Writer’s Relief
Even when you’re “in the zone” and the words are flowing, writing is still hard work. And if you’re pushing yourself to meet deadlines or to check off writing milestones, you may be adding more stress to your writing process. Taking a break might seem lazy or...
How Character Gestures Can Enrich Your Story | Writer’s Relief
Shrugs. Twirls a lock of hair. Wipes forehead. When writing a short story or novel, you can use gestures to make your characters’ thoughts and emotions more vivid and realistic. For instance, you can write “they’re sad,” or you can have everyone brushing away...
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